Specialist Teacher

Bradford Corporation; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Council Resourced Provision Service is seeking skilled SEND teachers to join our team across Bradford's primary and secondary settings. You will plan, teach and deliver engaging lessons for children with communication and interaction needs and SEMH within resourced provisions, and lead a team of support staff to meet diverse needs.

You will collaborate with mainstream colleagues to promote inclusive education, adapt learning environments, and support pupils’ development and

Qualifications

• Essential criteria: Qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Significant experience working with SEND children in a school setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff teams.
• Proactive, flexible and creative approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and deliver highly engaging learning for children with communication and interaction and/or SEMH needs within resourced provisions.
• Lead and direct a team of highly skilled support staff to meet the needs of children with SEND.
• Work collaboratively with mainstream teachers to support inclusive education of children with SEND in the mainstream school.
• Support and extend children’s learning across primary or secondary age ranges as requested.
• Create a nurturing, supportive learning environment in which children can thrive.
• Work closely with RP and mainstream teams to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all children.
• Support children’s learning, development, skills and independence so that they can achieve their full potential.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Flexible/adaptable

Collaborative

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Job description

Bradford Council Resourced Provision Service are seeking skilled and passionate SEND teachers to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across the Bradford District. The resourced provision (RP) service provides tailored support for children with communication and interaction needs, including Autism, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH). We have established several successful Resourced Provisions across both primary and secondary schools throughout Bradford. We are now seeking additional teachers with the skills, knowledge and experience to expand this high-quality support to other Bradford children.

Are you:

• A qualified teacher with a passion for supporting SEND inclusion
• Experienced in working with SEND – specifically autism and / or SEMH
• Highly motivated to drive inclusive practice across the Bradford district
• Dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging, yet highly rewarding environments
• Keen to learn and develop new skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, teach and deliver highly engaging learning for children with communication and interaction and / or SEMH needs within resourced provisions.
• Lead and direct a team of highly skilled support staff to effectively meet the needs of children with SEND.
• Work collaboratively with mainstream teachers to support the inclusive education of children with SEND in the mainstream school.
• Support and extend children’s learning across primary or secondary age ranges (you will be asked for your preference at interview).
• Create a nurturing, supportive learning environment in which children can thrive.
• To work closely with both the RP and mainstream teams to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all children.
• To support children’s learning, development, skills and independence so that they can achieve their full potential.

We’re Looking For:

• Essential Criteria – Qualified teacher status (QTS)
• Significant experience working with SEND children in a school setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff teams.
• A genuine passion for working with and improving outcomes for children with SEND.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive, flexible and creative approach to problem solving.

Why Apply?

This is your opportunity to be part of Bradford’s expanding SEND provision and developing culture of inclusion across our district’s schools. Successful candidates will work within a supportive and inclusive team of knowledgeable, experienced and skilled professionals. You will be provided with both on-the-job training, delivered by highly skilled colleagues, and a strong package of continuous professional development. You will gain valuable experience supporting pupils with SEND which will open up personal and professional development opportunities, including potential progression within the service or wider council teams. You will join a committed team in making a positive and lasting impact on children’s education, development and lifelong opportunities.

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Closing Date and Interviews

Closing Date for applications : 15th Oct 2026

Shortlisting :16th Oct 2026

Interviews: 23rd Oct 2026

Start Date: Jan 2027 or asap

Disclosure Check

An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for these posts.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is also available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members. This is part of the RESPECT Campaign, which is the Council’s Internal Equalities Vision for staff and its aim to build a truly inclusive workforce, where everyone can be their true selves at work.